Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass — Price Comparison
Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'
1 Gallon: $25.95 to $33.17 across 2 nurseries — save up to 22% by comparing.
Quick Facts
- Hardiness Zones
- 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Sun
- Full sun
- Mature Size
- 3-5 ft tall x 2 ft wide
- Bloom Time
- Early to mid-summer
- Type
- Ornamental grass
Current Prices
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Prices last checked: May 24, 2026
| Size | Best Price | Specials |
|---|---|---|
| Quart | $16.99 at Nature Hills Nursery | — |
| 1 Gallon | $25.95 at PlantingTree | — |
| 2 Gallon | $48.95 at PlantingTree | — |
| 3 Gallon | $60.67 at Nature Hills Nursery | — |
| 5 Gallon | $89.95 at PlantingTree | — |
| Retailer | Quart | 1 Gal | 2 Gal | 3 Gal | 5 Gal | In Stock | Shipping | Last Checked | Specials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nature Hills Nursery | $16.99 | $33.17 | $51.67 | $60.67 | — | — | Free over $139 | May 24 | — |
| PlantingTree | — | $25.95 | $48.95 | $61.95 | $89.95 | — | Free over $119 | May 24 | — |
Prices are checked daily and may not reflect real-time changes. Always verify the final price at the retailer's site before purchasing.
When to Buy & Plant Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass
Price Seasonality
● Cheap
● Average
● Expensive
Best time to buy: September-October
Most expensive: April-May
Prices peak in spring when demand is highest. Fall clearance offers 15-30% savings. Many nurseries run end-of-season sales after Labor Day.
Pro tip: Buy in fall, plant in fall. Fall-planted grasses establish stronger root systems over winter and fill out faster the following spring.
Planting Season by Zone
| Zone | Spring Planting | Fall Planting |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | May-Jun | Sep |
| Zone 4 | Apr-May | Sep-Oct |
| Zone 5 | Apr-May | Sep-Oct |
| Zone 6 | Mar-May | Sep-Nov |
| Zone 7 | Mar-Apr | Oct-Nov |
| Zone 8 | Feb-Apr | Oct-Dec |
| Zone 9 | Feb-Mar | Nov-Dec |